Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden, Ancient woodland garden in South Walsham, England
Description
Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden is a 130-acre property with ancient woodland paths, water gardens, and cultivated areas that together support over 95 bird species. The landscape ranges from dense wooded paths to open water surfaces and tended garden sections.
History
The property was founded in 1947 by Henry Rogers Broughton and includes a fishpond recorded in the Domesday Book. An oak tree that is 950 years old stands as a living connection to that distant past.
Culture
The gardens are maintained through traditional methods, with workers hand-clearing ditches and using organic practices that preserve the ecological balance. These sustainable approaches shape how the space looks and functions day to day.
Practical
The property is wheelchair accessible along its pathways and offers boat trips on its private waterway. It is advisable to wear sturdy footwear, as some paths are unpaved or run alongside water.
Did you know?
Around May, approximately 50,000 Candelabra primulas bloom at once, forming one of the largest collections of these flowers in the United Kingdom. This brief flowering display draws garden enthusiasts from across the region.
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